Easy crochet gift ideas for men: Crochet patterns for him
I always find the men in my life are the hardest people to buy gifts for. To get around this, I have taken to crocheting gifts for those especially awkward male family members instead.
If this sounds familiar then don’t fret… Below I share a summary of my favourite crochet patterns that I’ve gifted to (and designed for) men.
This round-up includes a mix of free and paid crochet patterns from my own catalogue, great gift ideas from around the web and garment patterns for those crocheters amongst you with a bit more time.
It’s a mix of easy and more intermediate designs, and a range of different crochet projects, all of which make great gifts.
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Whether you’re looking for crochet gift ideas for Christmas, birthdays, father’s day or just because you want to treat someone, this post will give you a ton of inspiration to help you find that perfect crochet gift idea for those impossible-to-buy-for but crochet-worthy people.
Crochet gift ideas for men
Crochet hat patterns
My Brother’s Beanie Hat (Free Crochet Pattern)
Crochet hats make excellent gifts for men. They are often fairly quick crochet projects and always practical.
So I’m going to start off with and easy crochet pattern that I designed specifically for my brother’s birthday last year. I must have made at least 5 for the rest of my family and friends since then.
It’s a really simple, classic ribbed beanie pattern which is fairly straightforward to adjust for different sizes. I have added some shaping to the crown of the hat so you don’t end up with a load of extra fabric at the crown. This means that you don’t need to add the pom pom to hide all those gathered layers!
Click here for the free crochet pattern and here for the step by step photo tutorial.
If you’re in the northern hemisphere, this makes a great, quick and easy Christmas gifts too.
The beanie hat pattern uses aran / heavy worsted weight yarn and crochets up pretty quickly, so if you’re a last minute crocheter, this is one to add to your to-make list.
The Fisherman’s Winter Crochet Beanie Hat Pattern
This pattern has one free variation and size and all sizes and yarn weights are available in the paid PDF
The story of my brother’s birthday hats doesn’t end there. The year after I originally gifted him the original my brother’s beans, he came to me looking forlorn asking how these holes could have found their way into his (wool) hat. Immediately, I knew that the moths had got to it.
So whilst I crocheted him another one, I also took the opportunity to think about new ways to create a no fuss, no gather ribbed beanie.
The result was the Fisherman’s winter beanie; a slip stitch hat pattern. I was so happy with the way this one worked out and have worn the one pictured below endlessly since making it.
Click here to visit the Fisherman’s Winter crochet hat pattern page
This pattern will take longer than ‘My Brother’s Beanie’ hat to crochet but is worth the time investment. It has a new no-gather construction which will require some sewing and is an intermediate crochet pattern but is so worth the time investment.
Not only is this crochet pattern written in four different sizes, but it’s also written for three different yarn weights so you can really crochet it in a style that suits you.
The 4ply / fingering weight yarn adult size beanie is available for free and the full PDF crochet pattern includes all the size and yarn weigh options.
I found it interesting that when I googled crochet patterns for men, about 80% of the results were beanie hats. They really are the perfect gift.
That said, I’m not going to include any more hat patterns in this round up as it will just turn into a beanie hat selection which is another post in itself – I want to get a little more creative and give you options!
Crochet scarf patterns for men
If you’re looking for easy crochet gift ideas for men, you can’t go wrong with crochet scarves.
The great thing about crochet scarves is you can make them with pretty much any type of yarn and any crochet stitch from simple double crochets to an easy cozy stitch pattern or more complex textured crochet stitches.
Scarves work just as well with bulky weight yarn as they do with fingering weight or fine yarns. It just depends what kind of finished look you’re going for.
The Studio Stripe Scarf (Free Scarf Pattern)
A crochet scarf is also a great crochet gift. Scarves are practical just like hats and are easy to customise to the recipients preference with different yarn weights and colours.
You can read this post all about crochet scarves if you want to make something completely customised. The article also includes 17 free scarf patterns if you’re set on crocheting scarves.
The studios scarf is an easy pattern which makes use of extended crochet stitches to create an undulating warm ribbed texture.
Suitable for beginners with some experience, it’s free scarf pattern which you can easily customise in colours and yarns of your choice.
Click here for the free studio scarf crochet pattern.
The version you see here has no stripe, though the original one, after which the pattern was named does.
Houndstooth Free Crochet Scarf Pattern (free pattern)
Houndstooth, or dogtooth as it’s sometimes known is a classic timeless pattern. It is deceptively easy to crochet, so a great beginner crochet project idea.
In the hound hug design, I also use the addition of a fringe to minimise the number of ends to sew in. Be warned, if you crochet this scarf for your other half, you may well find yourself ‘borrowing’ it back.
If infinity scarves are more your thing, you could also check out the free ‘houndstooth forever’ infinity scarf pattern.
But if in doubt, keep it simple and just like a classic ribbed beanie never goes out of style, neither does a classic ribbed scarf! This free pattern from ombawka designs is super straightforward and effective
Masculine Crochet Homeware
Building Blocks Cushion (Free Pillow and Throw Pattern)
Homewares are clearly not gendered, but the Building blocks cushion is a great accessory for adding some softness to an industrial style interior. This one would make a great house warming gift.
You could make it in neutral colours or a burnt orange or dark red for that brickwork look.
Click here to find out more and visit the building blocks pillow and throw pattern page.
The pattern also includes instructions for a throw.
You can get the crochet pillow pattern for free here and the instructions for the throw are included in the PDF version of the crochet pattern.
Fisherman’s Nap Crochet Cable Blanket pattern (paid pattern)
Think classic aran sweater styles but in a blanket. The Fishermans nap blanket, made from aran / worsted weight yarn is a great way to show your love through crochet. Crochet blankets are the ultimate in handmade gifts as they take a fairly large time investment to make.
This Aran cable style crochet blanket has a pleasing cable work pattern but uses no post stitches. Instead it is made with a different style of traditional cable technique which mainly just uses single crochet and chains.
This is a great pattern for blanket lovers looking for something a little different from the usual. If you’re looking for a Christmas gift, this one will keep you cozy throughout the holiday season and beyond.
Crochet socks as gifts
When you don’t know what to gift to Grandad…. socks are always a great idea!
Crochet socks are a little different from knit socks as they don’t have the same stretch as some knitted stitches but with careful stitch selection they still make great crocheted gifts.
Step on Socks (Free Crochet Sock Pattern)
Socks are such a classic Christmas or birthday gift for a man and never go out of style!! (I mean these days it even seems ok to wear them with sandals!!!)
The step on socks are a great starter sock pattern and the pattern is offered in a variety of sizes to suit all. The small adult size is free on the blog along with a separate tutorial showing how to crochet a short row heel, which is the type of construction used in this crochet pattern.
These socks are worked toes up so can be adjusted as you go and the full PDF pattern includes 6 sizes. If you want to learn more about crochet sock sizing, this guide will help. It can be a bit tricky but generally socks are surprisingly simple to adjust for an individual fit.
Another favourite sock pattern of mine is the unisex Riley and Saunders pattern from the crochet project which can be made using sock yarn or as slipper socks using chunkier yarn.
If you want to make a cuff down sock with an ‘afterthought’ heel (that you crochet in at the end), then you might want to try the Cosy Toes crochet sock pattern.
Or, if festive slipper socks are more what you’re looking for, check out the snowfall socks.
If you’re not ready to if you don’t have the time commitment to try socks, then crochet slippers make a great timeless alternative gift. I love these Monticello Slippers from Pattern Paradise (free pattern).
Crochet Fingerless Gloves = great men’s gift idea!
Confession time – I’ve never crocheted a full pair of gloves with fingers… it just seems like too much of a faff to me… maybe that will change some day?
In the meantime, I love a set of fingerless gloves because they are so practical.
Mighty Mitts – Fingerless Glove Crochet Pattern
Fingerless gloves score high on the ‘practicality’ gift score so make great gifts for those who spend time outside in cooler weather but still need free use of their fingers (and yes – handy for persistent texters too!)
The Mighty Mitts are a simple set of unisex fingerless gloves (available in 3 sizes) which can be easily customised.
In the sample below, I’ve used a variegated double knit hook yarn paired with a plain dark blue. This adds some interest and brightness, but these wrist warmers also look great in a single solid colour.
Crochet Garment Patterns for men
If you want something a little more challenging, I have thrown in a couple of crochet clothing patterns – there are only so many beanie hats and scarves you can make your husband / dad / grandad / boyfriend / brother / friend right!?
Cricket pullover and sweater vest pattern (paid)
Just like I love a cable blanket pattern, I also love a cabled crochet sweater.
The ‘It’s just not cricket’ sweater pattern is my take on the classic cricket sweater and is a unisex v-neck pullover design.
If you’re looking to crochet a special gift that takes more time and crochet experience than a simple crochet hat or scarf, a sweater is a great option. And this might be the one that goes on your gift list.
Sweater vests are huge everywhere this year, both on men and women – so below I’ve shared the vest version in less traditional cricket colours, but you can visit the pattern page to checkout the more traditional full jumper.
Visit the ‘It’s just not cricket’ sweater pattern page here (it’s a paid pattern)
Textured men’s crochet sweaters
If you’re looking for different kinds of textured crochet sweaters, I have a couple for you here:
The Adult Crochet Crew Neck Pullover – a great, simple free sweater pattern from Yarnspirations.
I love this Dude Pullover in Adult and Kids Sizes if you want to double team kids with Dad’s!
The classic crochet cardigan
Whether it’s a traditional grandad cardi or a younger man’s version, cardigans for men are often underrated. They look great when the man matches the design.
The Cosy Coed Cardigan from Heart Hook Home is super versatile and can be worked with buttons or a zipper!
For some cablework, check out the Temescal Cardigan which is going right on my to-make list!
And lastly…Something completely different
I want to finish off with something completely different… If you want something a bit out there, how about these Crochet Braces / Suspenders – a free pattern pattern from Vincent of Knot Bad. You can guarantee that you won’t get any doubling up on gifts come Christmas morning with this one!
I hope you find these ideas useful and would love to hear if there’s anything that goes down well with the men in your life too!
So please feel free to pop your suggestions or feedback in the comments below or catch me on my socials – I’ll be adding to this post as I come across more awesome crochet gift ideas!
And just to finish with a clarification. This post is not intended to be in any way exclusive of any gender. All the patterns are unisex / gender neutral and can be made for any person.
Happy Hooking
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